In this latest collaboration between the Fifa and Electronic Artsit is FIFA 23 who was able to uncheck the exploitation rights of the World Cup 2022 in a video game. It has thus welcomed an important update with special modes to virtually relive the competition from our sofas.
eFootball 2023 will still celebrate the event, even if it does not have the license, as part of its Season 2called The Football Festival. She will start this November 16 after the release of Update 2.2.0 and will bring the possibility of playing with 40 national teams in Trial Match for a limited time, a 46-team tournament mode called The International Cup Experiencechallenges and special cards for the mode Dream Team, the famous Match pass paying promised for ages with exclusive unlockable cosmetics, and the competition eFootball International Cup with a billion coins up for grabs.
Play special national team matches (available for a limited time)
Enjoy lively competition through The Football Festival with national representatives and your very own Dream Team.
National Teams Selectable in Test Match
40 National Teams from around the world will be available for Trial Match for a limited time. Console users will also be able to play 2v2 offline matches. National pride is at stake! Use your favorite national teams and show off your talent!
*National Teams will be available for Test Match after installing v2.2.0 (expected release 11/16/2022).
The struggle for ultimate national glory
Arrival of The International Cup Experience event, a tournament against AI during which users take to the field with one of the 46 national teams available. Play matches to pass the group stage and dominate your opponents in the knockout stage! Sport the colors of your own national team or use the colors of your choice to achieve the ultimate glory!
Limited Time Dream Team Events
Each week, we’ll be adding National Team themed challenges. For these new challenges, you will have to compose a team of players of certain nationalities or of limited collective strength. Field your best team while fulfilling the Event Conditions; you will be really surprised by the importance and the possibilities offered according to the selected players.
A competition between countries for all users
With a total bounty of one billion eFootball Coins to be split among users, the big eFootball International Cup event is underway. Compete with your own country/region or your favorite national team and contribute with a goal or a victory!
heroes of nations
In accordance with the international tournament schedule, outstanding national team players will also be featured in the game.
National Selection
Every Monday, the best sensations in the national team will be added with a distinctive theme.
POTW: International Cup
Every Thursday, top players from international fixtures will be added and boosted to reflect their incredible performances.
Big Time: New Epic Player Cards
Every Thursday, some of the best footballers past and present will have their incredible seasons honored in Epic player format. Beyond Epic rank, Big Time also marks THE game that propelled these players to superstar status.
These player cards are given a special look and player faces are faithfully reproduced in-game to reflect those specific moments in their careers.
*Card images and player stats are not representative of the final content that will be delivered in-game, and are subject to change in the future.
Commentators will also make special remarks for certain players. All this to provide an experience that is as immersive as possible, as if you were watching a live broadcast, witnessing those unforgettable moments in real time. These players will also be able to perform an Iconic Celebration, the same one they performed in the Featured Match.
The addition of past football stars increases the fun of playing in Dream Team.
*Player availability period may change. More information in the game.
National Team Pack
Added a series of 11-player bundles with a unique map look. Whether you’re an avid club fan, new to the game, or a longtime veteran looking for roster reinforcements, these Balanced Player Packs will make your Dream Team even more competitive! In the case of the National Team Pack Special Edition [Premium]you will find 1 recently introduced “Big Time” player as the centerpiece of the team.
4 types of National Team Pack [Premium] will be available for purchase from 17/11/2022.
Other European soccer nations will also get their own National Team Packs when the time comes, so keep an eye out for more!
Strengthen your team with the Match Pass
Also discover the Game Pass, a new feature that is sure to help you strengthen your Dream Team. The Match Pass is an in-game reward system that allows you to earn a bunch of rewards by completing the specified number of matches. Between Direct Contract Parts, Training Programs and many other in-game items, you’ll have plenty to recruit players and advance them. *Matches played in Online Quick Match, Friends Match, Trial Match or Practice Mode are not eligible for Match Pass rewards.
The normal Match Pass is available for free to all users. Use eFootball Coins to unlock Value Match Pass and Premium Match Pass and earn more rewards. Additionally, you can find players only available with Value Match Pass and Premium Match Pass.
With the addition of the Match Pass, you will be able to earn more rewards with each match. Play matches and strengthen your squad with hard-earned rewards!
eFootball 2023 is still available in free-to-playbut its competitor FIFA 23 is it sold from €34.99 on Amazon.co.uk.